2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki X90. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Elantra | X90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
